

Ewer in the Shape of a Bird
The Ewer in the Shape of a Bird by The ewer is made of dark-colored metal with a patina. The body of the ewer is shaped like a bird with a long curved neck and a curved handle on the right side. The ewer has a lid with a small animal on top. The body and lid are decorated with intricate swirling patterns. The ewer has a small foot at the bottom. The ewer is angled to the left. The background is white with a slight shadow underneath it.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 16th century
- Medium
- Bronze with gold and silver inlays
- Culture
- China
- Dimensions
- 600 × 400 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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